What to do and see in Washington DC, District of Columbia (DC): The Best Art Galleries

Since opening our doors in 1978, Zenith has established deep roots in the nation’s capital and with artists and collectors across America with an ever-changing selection of paintings, sculpture, neon, photographs, tapestries and mixed-media pieces that stimulate, engage and have profoundly enhanced our clients’ residential, corporate and public-space environments. Long at the forefront of the Washington arts scene, Zenith Gallery features exceptional artists at varying stages of their careers. Zenith Gallery features a tempting and almost overwhelming assortment of art - there is just about anything and everything you might imagine! Furniture, lamps, jewelry, tapestries, photographs, mosaics, humorous art, political art, abstract art, art with neon - you name it!

Touchstone Gallery has maintained a reputation for exhibiting contemporary work of high quality,vision and innovation. The gallery's is:to enrich the lives of the community through exhibits of diverse contemporary collections of visual art;to promote a rich variety of artistic talent in the DC region;to connect collectors with its 45 member artists;and to foster continuing artistic careers.

The Fridge DC is an art gallery, performance space, music venue and classroom. The Fridge is dedicated to making art accessible to every one. It opened in 2009 on Barracks Row in the historic Eastern Market district.

Book Arts is the culmination of the collective efforts of gifted American and Florentine bookbinders, conservators, book artists, letterpress printers and leather craftsmen. Inspired by the classic Florentine atelier and a 100 year old legacy, Book Arts coalesces a life-time of experience to make available timeless works with uncompromising services, employing the arts of fine binding. Services include the design, binding, and printing of limited editions, expert restoration and conservation of books, and fine binding and printing of single books.

Washington Printmakers Gallery is a cooperative print gallery located in Washington, DC. Founded in 1985, the Gallery is the area's primary source for contemporary artist-pulled fine art print. Every month Washington Printmakers Gallery has a group exhibit of members' work and a solo show. The gallery also houses bins and flat file with prints and a limited collection of artist books and portfolio

Make a day of it as you picnic in the lush garden. Enjoy food and drinks from the Pavillion Café. Rediscover your favorite sculptures and relax as you catch some shade. Plan your visit today!

Artist's Proof in Georgetown, Washington D.C, is an exciting space that brings together people with great contemporary art. We represent some of the best emerging artists from around the world. From Brussels to China and Indonesia to the US, these artists illustrate fine contemporary art with their works of varying styles and genres. Their works are a portrayal of our modern realities and provide glimpses into a rich and diverse history of artistic exploration.